The HatTrick Sports Podcast | Episode 155

On the 155th episode of The HatTrick Sports Podcast, host Isaiah is back with a loaded episode as the 2026 FIFA World Cup heats up with the Round of 32 officially underway. He breaks down the current state of the tournament and makes his case for how far the United States can realistically go, diving into the roster, the matchups ahead, and whether this group has what it takes to make a deep run on home soil. Isaiah also gives his latest ABS update as the automated ball-strike system conversation in baseball continues to evolve throughout the season, and runs through where things stand in the current MLB Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations and what both sides are pushing for as talks press forward. Isaiah also reacts to the Mets firing their manager and what that shakeup means for a New York team with serious expectations this season. He addresses the growing wave of Dalton Rushing hate and gives his honest take on whether the criticism is fair or completely overblown. He also takes a moment to cover the heartbreaking news of Chris Johnson being diagnosed with ALS, paying respect to a story that goes far beyond the game. He wraps things up reacting to the latest news surrounding Malik Beasley and what it means going forward. It is a must-listen episode packed with emotion, analysis, and big takes. Make sure you are following HatTrick Sports on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube at @thehattricksportspodcast for all the short-form content, and head over to shophattricksports.com to check out the merch store. Also visit dubby.gg and use promo code HATTRICKSPORTS for 10% off your order!